She visited six islands in French Polynesia. Looking back, she would have packed, budgeted, and planned a few things differently.

If you thought the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) was mostly just a luau, you’d only be scratching the surface. Don’t get me wrong—their luau is solid—but it’s nothing compared to everything else ...

Tahiti takes all the best of island traveling and presents it on a golden platter with a side of French cuisine! Tahiti can be incredible to explore on a bicycle or foot. You can slow down just enough ...

In general, the best time to travel to French Polynesia is from May to October, when you can enjoy its islands without weather interruptions. Tips: When's the Best Time to Travel to Papua New Guinea?

Early Polynesian settlers had many motivations for seeking new islands across perilous oceans ... "The workmanship is not inferior to the best plain piece of masonry we have in England.

On the tiny South Pacific island of Niue, a self-governing Polynesian nation with political ties to New Zealand, Niue Blue is poised to become the newest Eco Center of the Professional Association ...

In 2018, I travelled solo to the French Polynesian islands. By day I surfed, snorkelled, sailed and swam, stopping only to sleep in an over-the-water bungalow on stilts. On my final night ...

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